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DF61 FLK

2012 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Mar 2023
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

127,193 mi
Last recorded127,193 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2022
Typical for 2012 BMW 52088,697 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF61 FLK
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2022 127,193 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both fronts on outer edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 11 Mar 2022 127,187 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn as marked (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn as marked (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both fronts on outer edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 28 Dec 2020 123,146 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

under tray fitted under engine not allowing full inspecction

Pass 21 Jun 2019 107,039 miles

Under Trays Fitted Obstructing View

Pass 27 Apr 2018 88,055 miles

Nearside Lower Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Fail 25 Apr 2018 87,574 miles

Front registration plate with character(s) which are not of equal width along their entire length (6.3.4a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear registration plate with character(s) which are not of equal width along their entire length (6.3.4a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Lower Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

rear brake pads Running low both sides

Pass 19 Apr 2017 73,565 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2016 62,771 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2015 51,968 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2014 47,233 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

O/S/F tyre has a small deep cut in the outer section of tread. 5mm. Not exposing the cords

How Reliable is the BMW 520?

Based on 1,661,806 MOT tests across 152,584 vehicles.

78.5%
Pass Rate
7,968
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
152,584
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 47,121
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 22,647
Brake pipe excessively corroded 16,724
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 15,884
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 14,720
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DF61 FLK is a 2012 BMW 520 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2012 BMW 520 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.5% with a typical mileage of 88,697 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a BMW 520 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 47,121 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DF61 FLK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 520 typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 14 years old, this BMW 520 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DF61 FLK registered?

DF61 FLK is a 2012 BMW 520, first registered on 4 January 2012.

Is DF61 FLK safe to buy?

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